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Trip Overview

The average train between Lichfield and Cologne takes 8h 22m and the fastest train takes 6h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Lichfield to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 22m
Duration
780 km
Distance
€310
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Lichfield to Cologne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Lichfield and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lichfield is at 9:46 PM which arrives into Cologne at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Lichfield Trent Valley and take an average of 8h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 59m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 29m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 29m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarEurostar6h 29m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarEurostar6h 27m • 3 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastEurostarDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)6h 28m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lichfield to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Lichfield to Cologne.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 779.7 km
  • Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Lichfield, England and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Lichfield City to Koeln Hbf via Lichfield Trent Valley, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 7h 3m.

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